An Suzhu reacted swiftly.
Only a flicker of embarrassment showed in her eyes.
"It was Suzhu who was improper; Your Highness, please forgive me." She bowed slightly, behaving much more properly.
An Suzhu raised her head and said, "Before coming, my father also reminded me, it's just that I didn't take it to heart."
"Your Highness has watched Suzhu grow up and knows my character well; Suzhu absolutely did not mean to offend."
"It's just that I haven't seen Your Highness for a long time, and in my joy, I forgot the etiquette."
Listening to her reasoning, though her voice still carried childish innocence, it was flawless, leaving no room for criticism.
Prince Qing certainly wouldn't really argue with this eight- or nine-year-old child.
He merely waved his hand, "I've accepted the gift, but I can't take it without giving something in return."
